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VOL. 10, ISSUE 10 (2025)
Innovative utilization and management of Eri-Culture waste for sustainable developement
Authors
Revati Sharma, Sunita Arya, Neelu Kambo
Abstract
The Rapid expansion of Eri-culture (Samia ricini Donovan)
in India has generated substantial amounts of organic waste, including frass,
cocoon remnants, pupae, and plant residues, which are traditionally disposed of
through environmentally harmful methods. This comprehensive review examines
innovative utilization and management strategies for Eri-culture waste to
promote sustainable development and enhance economic viability. The study
analyzes various waste streams, revealing that frass constitutes 60-65% of
total waste generated, containing valuable nutrients (2.5-3.2% nitrogen,
1.8-2.1% phosphorus, 2.2-2.8% potassium) suitable for organic fertilizer production.
Innovative valorization strategies include vermicomposting, which reduces
processing time by 30-40% while producing nutrient-rich compost, and biogas
production yielding 0.35-0.42 m³ biogas per kg of dry matter with 55-62%
methane content. The high protein content (50-60%) of spent pupae presents
opportunities for animal feed formulation, successfully replacing 15-20% of
conventional protein sources in poultry diets. Advanced biotechnological
applications include extraction of bioactive compounds such as sericin and
fibroin for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, demonstrating antimicrobial
and antioxidant properties. Economic analysis reveals potential revenue
generation of ₹8-12 per kg of processed waste through organic fertilizer
production, while integrated waste management systems can reduce carbon
footprint by 25-30%. However, challenges include limited processing technology
accessibility, economic constraints, and inadequate policy support. Future
research directions emphasize developing cost-effective processing
technologies, integrated bio-refinery concepts, and advanced biotechnological
applications. The systematic implementation of these innovative strategies can
transform. Eri-culture waste from an environmental burden into a valuable
resource, supporting sustainable development goals while enhancing farmer
incomes and promoting circular economy principles in the sericulture sector.
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Pages:88-96
How to cite this article:
Revati Sharma, Sunita Arya, Neelu Kambo "Innovative utilization and management of Eri-Culture waste for sustainable developement". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 10, 2025, Pages 88-96
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